WILLOWHAYNE HOUSE, WILLOWHAYNE PRIVATE ESTATE, EAST PRESTON, WEST SUSSEX. A stunning home of character with direct beach access

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1 WILLOWHAYNE HOUSE, WILLOWHAYNE PRIVATE ESTATE, EAST PRESTON, WEST SUSSEX A stunning home of character with direct beach access

2 WILLOWHAYNE HOUSE, WILLOWHAYNE PRIVATE ESTATE, EAST PRESTON, WEST SUSSEX A stunning home of character with direct beach access Worthing 6.5 miles Littlehampton 3.5 miles Brighton 20.5 miles Angmering 1.5 miles mainline train (services to London Victoria are available from all of the above place names) London 65 miles Entrance Hall Drawing Room Dining Hall Study Downstairs cloakroom Kitchen/ Breakfast Room Snug 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Indoor pool and leisure complex which includes snooker room and gym Ancillary accommodation Cellar Triple Garage Summerhouse Mature Gardens A very fine residence with indoor pool and leisure facilities, together with ancillary accommodation, situated on a Private Estate at East Preston. Situation The Willowhayne Private Sea Estate was created in 1930 when a private company was appointed to purchase land and develop the area for a select number of private homes. Located on the southern side of Tamarisk Way are a number of substantial dwellings that have access to the greensward leading to the pebbled foreshore. The village of East Preston has a population of around 5,500. It lies roughly half way between Littlehampton and Worthing, on the south coast between the south downs and the English Channel. The Estate is situated in East Preston village and close to the well served village of Rustington, a mile and a half of Angmering rail station with mainline train services to London Victoria (journey time from 88 minutes), Gatwick Airport and Brighton. Close to hand is the cathedral city of Chichester, approximately 16 miles distant, with the Festival Theatre, Pallant House Gallery plus a very good range of high street stores together with restaurants, cafes and bars and Chichester Harbour which offers facilities for marine enthusiasts. In this vicinity are the West Dean and Goodwood Estates. The West Dean Estate is known notably for its college, offering a wide range of courses on an extensive range of subjects for all abilities. The Goodwood Estate is home to horse racing at the world s most beautiful racecourse, and the global motorsports events, Festival of Speed and Revival with golf and aviation also catered for. Ham Manor Golf Club and a Virgin Health Club and Spa are 2 miles away. Description One of the original homes to be built in the 1930 s, the eponymous Willowhayne House occupies one of the most generous plots on the estate with grounds totalling approximately one acre. Enjoying a southerly aspect to the English Channel, the property offers balanced yet versatile accommodation amounting to over 6,700 sq ft. The grounds are privately gated and approached via a sweeping in/out drive with lawns and pond. Through the large oak front door you enter the impressive reception hall with a sweeping curved staircase ascending into the turret and the galleried landing. The 25 Drawing Room, oak panelled Dining Room, large study and snug all benefit from a southerly aspect across the lawned rear gardens. The Kitchen/Breakfast Room is well proportioned comprising bespoke handmade kitchen units complemented by granite worktops. From the kitchen is access into an enclosed courtyard beyond into the utility room, leisure suite and indoor swimming pool. Shower and changing room and gym complete the ground floor leisure

3 suite. The pool has a Fluvo wave and swimming machine installed and there are doors leading on to the terrace and gardens. From the galleried landing are five bedrooms and three bathrooms with all the principal rooms benefiting from glorious sea views and access on to extensive balconies. The master bedroom suite has a sizeable walk-in dressing room and bathroom. On the eastern wing of the house, directly above the triple garage is a versatile collection of rooms which are currently used as a snooker room containing a full size snooker table, leisure room which could be used as a Home Cinema/ Lounge with doors on to a balcony. Kitchenette, bathroom and bedroom could be adapted to create accommodation for an independent relative or staff accommodation. Outside The gardens are a particular feature comprising wide, well established lawns interspersed with stocked borders and mature trees. There is a large well stocked pond with waterfall feature and home to waterfowl. There is a summerhouse perfect for relaxing or entertaining and there is a private gate leading to the greensward and pebble beach. Triple garage and ample parking. General Information Tenure Freehold Method of sale For Sale by Private Treaty Local Authority Arun District Council Council Tax Band H Note The Willowhayne Residents Association exists to ensure all communal areas are maintained and existing covenants (where applicable) are observed. There is an annual charge which is levied against Council Tax banding ( ). Please refer to managing agents, Hobdens Property Management Ltd, for further details. Services All mains services are connected. Post Code BN16 2TE

4 Viewing Strictly accompanied viewings with joint sole agents, Pegasus Properties, Arundel or Savills, Petworth office Directions On the A259 from Littlehampton (and the West) proceed East towards Worthing. Continue past the Virgin Health and Spa Club (on the left) and Sainsbury s (on the right) and at the next roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Station Road (B2140), over the level crossing (Angmering Station) and just past the Church on your left, bear left, through the gates into The Willowhayne Estate onto Angmering Lane. Follow this road for approximately half a mile where the road turns left into Tamarisk Way. Willowhayne House is the 5th house on the right. From Brighton/Worthing (and the East) follow the A27/A259 until the roundabout above, then take the first turning left onto Station Road, follow the directions above. If using SatNav, use the destination of Angmering Lane and NOT the Post Code. Date of Information Particulars prepared: March 2016 Photographs taken: June 2016 Important Notice Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

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8 Petworth Office t dclay@savills.com savills.com Country Department t lgeaves@savills.com savills.com Pegasus Properties t peterrobson@pegasusproperties.co.uk pegasusproperties.co.uk